Release General

Whether you can sue after signing a release depends on the facts, the wording of the release, and your state's law, among other things. A court will first look to whether you specifically gave up your right to bring a discrimination, harassment, or retaliation claim in the release. If so, you may be out of luck.

When your employment is terminated, your employer may instruct you to sign documents relating to your discharge. YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO SIGN ANY DOCUMENTS!!!Sometimes, employers will instruct you to sign a release under the guise that it is required to obtain your earned vacation pay, a reference, or severance.

The short answer is no. You don't have to accept what your employer offers, nor do you have to sign a release. A release is valid only if it's voluntary: If your employer requires or coerces you sign, it won't be upheld in court. This doesn't mean, however, that you are entitled to severance.

A Mutual Release Agreement is a straightforward document that allows you to settle disputes quickly and professionally. No matter what your dispute, a Mutual Release Agreement allows both parties to agree to drop all claims and get out of the contract.

A general release is a document in which one person releases another from any claims or threats of lawsuits.Generally, releases are effective to eliminate all claims you may have up until the time of the release.

Sometimes, employers will instruct you to sign a release under the guise that it is required to obtain your earned vacation pay, a reference, or severance. In most circumstances, be suspicious if an employer wants a signature on the spot. Typically, you are signing away some important legal right.

No matter what your employer tells you, you are not required to sign a severance agreement, and you are not required to do so immediately. You always have the right to consult with a lawyer, even if you are sure you understand the terms.